Veterans Point Trail Rehabilitation Project
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The USDA Forest Service is soliciting proposals for the Veterans Point Trail Rehabilitation Project within the Black Hills National Forest at Pactola Reservoir, Pennington County, South Dakota. This project involves comprehensive rehabilitation of an asphalt trail, including structural repairs, erosion control, and replacement of retaining walls. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by February 24, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Central Time.
Scope of Work
The project focuses on rehabilitating the approximately 2,959-foot Veterans Point Trail, which provides access to fishing piers and viewpoints. Key tasks include:
- Filling and sealing cracks, reconstructing select sections, and applying a seal coat to the deteriorating asphalt trail.
- Stabilizing eroding areas and constructing gabion (wire rock baskets) reinforcement at the trail's edge and bridge abutments.
- Removing existing timber retaining walls and reconstructing them with new, larger segmental concrete block retaining walls.
- Repairing damaged pipe railing sections and eliminating unnecessary railing.
- Eliminating an overlook near the water's edge. An optional bid item includes work on a 1,014-foot "Lakeshore Loop," encompassing crack sealing, asphalt seal coat, and 620 square feet of segmental retaining wall. The contractor must be aware of steep slopes and limited working areas.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Anticipated Firm Fixed Price Contract
- Magnitude of Construction: Between $250,000 and $500,000
- Period of Performance: March 1, 2026, through May 20, 2027
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 237310 - Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
- Small Business Size Standard: $45 Million
Submission & Evaluation
- Questions Due: February 10, 2026, 9:00 a.m. Central Time
- Quotes Due: February 24, 2026, 9:00 a.m. Central Time
- Submission Requirements: Technical Approach, Past Performance, Pricing Documentation (using Attachment 3), and a Bid Guarantee (20% of total quote). Quotes are limited to a maximum of 10 pages.
- Evaluation: A comparative evaluation methodology will be used, with award made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government. Evaluation factors include Technical Approach and Understanding of the Project, Past Performance, and Price.
- Bonds: 100% Performance & Payment Bonds are required within 10 days after award.
- Registration: Contractors must be registered on www.Sam.gov at the time of quote submission.
Key Attachments
Bidders must thoroughly review Attachments 1 (Solicitation), 2 (Statement of Work), 4 (Specifications), and 5 (Drawings) for detailed project requirements, design specifications, and quantities. Attachment 6 (Wage Determination SD20260032) specifies prevailing wage rates for South Dakota, which must be adhered to.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Janice King at janice.king@usda.gov.